To prevent foot drop on Mr. Phillips' casted left leg, which of the following measures is appropriately delegated by the nurse to the nurse assistant?

Name: To prevent foot drop on Mr. Phillips' casted left leg, which of the following measures is appropriately delegated by the nurse to the nurse assistant?
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To prevent foot drop in a leg with a cast, the foot should be supported with 90 degrees of flexion. Bed rest can cause foot drop. Keeping the extremity warm won't prevent foot drop.

To Prevent Foot Drop on Mr